Navy Federal Credit Union

Intern – Data Scientist

Navy Federal Credit Union

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: ViennaVirginiaUnited States

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Salary

💰 $17 - $36 per hour

Job Level

About the role

  • Support advanced analytics and predictive modeling that informs member growth, market potential, and branch network strategy.
  • Apply statistical, machine learning, and spatial analytics techniques to large enterprise datasets to identify patterns, forecast demand, and generate actionable insights for strategic planning.
  • Work closely with principal data scientists and geospatial analysts to develop models and analytical frameworks that enhance location intelligence, behavioral analytics, member insights, and market opportunity assessment.
  • Develop and evaluate predictive models to estimate member growth, market potential, and branch demand.
  • Apply statistical and machine learning techniques to identify drivers of member acquisition and engagement, member and market behavior, and value of a market.
  • Support model validation, performance assessment, and documentation.
  • Analyze member demographic, behavioral, and geographic data to generate market insights.
  • Contribute to market sizing, segmentation, and opportunity analyses.
  • Support development of demand and growth forecasting methodologies.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a graduate degree (MS or PhD) in Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related quantitative field
  • Strong foundation in statistics, probability, and predictive modeling
  • Proficiency in Python or R for data analysis and modeling
  • Experience working with large datasets using SQL or similar tools
  • Demonstrated ability to structure and analyze complex, real-world data problems
  • Strong analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly
  • Curiosity, initiative, and ability to learn quickly in an applied business environment
  • **Desired:**
  • Experience with machine learning or predictive modeling projects
  • Experience with spatial, geographic, or demographic data
  • Familiarity with ETL processes and data preparation workflows
  • Experience with Alteryx and/or ArcGIS
  • Experience with feature engineering and model evaluation techniques
  • Experience with Databricks, Spark, or cloud data environments
  • Interest in applied analytics for market strategy, location intelligence, or growth analytics
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible working hours
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
statistical analysismachine learningpredictive modelingdata analysisSQLfeature engineeringmodel evaluationETL processesdata preparationgeospatial analytics
Soft Skills
analytical reasoningproblem-solvingcommunicationcuriosityinitiativequick learning